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I stayed at El Charlee my first day here in Medellin 3 weeks ago. It is quite a unique hotel. I choose the room with the hottub on the balcony. I was fortunate to have “company” that evening, so the hottub was very enjoyable.

My first week living in Medellin, I made it to Envy and surprisingly, my group was the only presence in the entire club and I was so surprised! Good to see it does get busy! Its such an amazing spot! Great write up, sounds like a fun night!

I had a great time that night although I definitely felt underdressed in my Vibrams. It was actually then and there that I decided to buy some high heels for my stay in Medellin. Not sure they will fit into my backpack once I leave again but at least now I look like a real paisa when I go out 😉

I remember hearing once that the competition amongst women wasn’t for the men, but between each other. Smart move with the heels, though compared to other cities, it doesn’t seem like paisas where heels as often.

I am mostly interested in the Gym. I tend to visit the city once or twice a year. I happened to come across some photos and reviews for this gym and honestly I felt in love with it, the design, etc etc.

What is the membership cost? Is it only for the hotel residents? Or is it open to the public as well?

Because when I returned to Medellin I am sure to spent either my early mornings or late evenings doing weight training, etc

I have been to Envy twice and both times had a wonderful time. However, last night that changed and I will not return. The “door man” would not allow my lesbian friends in. First, he told one of them that they couldn’t wear flip flops (which I agree with) and that they needed to dress in heels or a dress to get in. We provided her with appropriate shoes and then he said that the other two girls were also not dressed appropriately. One was wearing dress pants and a lace top and the other had a nice button down with black jeans (similar to the men I had already entered with). I asked to speak to a manager and he informed me there was no one currently working that I could speak to. I understand having a dress code, however, there should not be a double standard. I myself have worn jeans and been allowed in and all the men I was with were allowed in wearing jeans. The doorman informed me my friend could go home and put on heels and a dress and she could come in. I will agree that she did not meet the dress code, however the other two most definitely did.

The doorman also said that “this is Colombia” and there are certain standards. I said that they were discriminating and I would not be returning to a location that will not allow my friends in based off of their looks and not their wardrobe. While the view is amazing, the discrimination of this “club” is not worth the price.